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Hatchets Sports Recap - Tuesday Published on 12/08/2021 under Sports

HOCKEY

The Tomahawk Hatchets Hockey Team lost to the Pacelli Cardinals on Tuesday night, 5-4 in overtime. The Hatchets are now 1-3 on the season.

NEXT GAME: The Hatchets will host Northland Pines on Thursday night at SARA Park at 7:00pm. You can hear the game on Northwoods 92.5FM starting at 6:40pm with the Fehrman Orthodontics Pregame Show.

BOYS BASKETBALL

The Tomahawk Hatchets Boys Basketball Team fell to 0-3 on the season with a 68-31 loss to Three Lakes on Tuesday night.

NEXT GAME: The Hatchets will host Mosinee on Friday night at the Fieldhouse. You can hear the game on Northwoods 92.5FM starting at 6:55pm with the Fehrman Orthodontics Pregame Show.

In Other News

Lincoln County to Use Opioid Dollars for Grant Writing Seeking Larger Funding

Published on 05/21/2026 under News Lincoln County Board of Supervisors is hoping to turn opioid settlement dollars into even more funding opportunities. Board members on Tuesday approved a resolution allocating $10,000 in opioid settlement funds to hire grant writers to assist with competitive grant applications tied to opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts. They said that larger grants could help support future, long-term programs such as a family treatment court, prevention initiatives, and long-term sustainability for the jail's medication-assisted treatment program. The resolution notes that while the county's Opioid Settlement Task Force is responsible for developing plans for the settlement dollars, outside grant-writing expertise could improve the county's chances of securing additional state and federal funding opportunities which were described as highly competitive by settlement coordinator Erin Ray. Officials say the move is intended to help stretch settlement dollars further while expanding local resources aimed at combating the opioid epidemic.

Published on 05/21/2026 under News Camping and cabin season kicks off with the Memorial Day weekend, and officials are reminding people that hauling firewood from home could lead to the spread emerald ash borer, oakwilt and other destructive pests and diseases. Officials note that to the human eye, a quick examination won't spot pests or disease that can be hidden below the bark or burrowed deep inside the wood. Over the years, state partners have coined the phrase "buy it where you burn it." In other words, rather than bring firewood with you when you travel; gather it on site or purchase it locally. All staffed state parks and forests with campgrounds offer local firewood for sale. Many businesses also sell certified firewood that has been treated for pests and approved by the state. A handy tool is firewoodscout.org which allows you to find dealers by zip code. Both state parks and national forests have restrictions on the radius that firewood may be brought in. Many private campgrounds have similar or even more stringent restrictions.

Published on 05/21/2026 under News Drivers passing by the Central Wisconsin Airport may see flames and a heavy presence of emergency vehicles, but airport officials say there is no need for alarm. Airport rescue personnel and local firefighters will conduct a live fire training exercise throughout the day Thursday. The annual exercise uses a simulated aircraft fuselage to replicate the unique challenges of an airplane fire response. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires these drills which ensure responders are prepared to work together seamlessly in an emergency. These training exercises may be visible in the areas near the airport. The drills are not expected to impact airport operations. Regular flight schedules will continue to operate as usual. The drills will take place on the east end of the airport along Highway 153 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m

Published on 05/20/2026 under News Before they receive their diplomas this weekend, the Tomahawk graduating class is giving back to the community. Throughout the day, the THS seniors are set to participate in their annual Community Service Day. The project has become a pre-graduation tradition that began with the Class of 2016. Over the past decade, the students have tackled a number of projects in the Tomahawk community such as outdoor maintenance at the Senior Center, city park clean-ups, volunteering at senior living facilities, and assisting with preparations with Memorial Day ceremonies. The students will are splitting up and will be assigned to work with various community groups and organizations that need a helping hand. The Senior Service Day has been described as a way for the students to give back and offer a thank you to the community's support during their learning years. It's also part of a busy week for those soon-to-be graduates. They've got their Senior Awards night this evening, then on Friday they'll cross the stage for the THS Commencement. We'll have our annual graduation preview coming up on Friday.

Published on 05/20/2026 under News Lincoln County is named for Abraham Lincoln, and now the coin that bears his faces is being removed from county transactions. Like many businesses have already done, Lincoln County will no longer use physical pennies in cash transactions. At their meeting Tuesday, the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a new cash-rounding policy in response to the nationwide elimination of the penny. Under the new policy, cash-only purchases made through Lincoln County departments will now be rounded down to the nearest nickel after taxes and fees are calculated. Non-cash payments will not change. County officials say the change follows guidance from Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and the Department of Revenue. The resolution was described as self-explanatory; the vote was taken with minimal discussion. The policy takes effect immediately, and departments will post notices at cash payment locations explaining the new rounding procedure. The US Treasury minted its final penny on November 12 of last year.

Published on 05/20/2026 under News While the snow from a late-winter blizzard has long-since melted, Lincoln County is looking to recoup some of the clean-up cost. Lincoln County Emergency Management announced it has coordinated a countywide reimbursement request through the Wisconsin Disaster Fund following the March 14th through 16th storm. In the weeks that followed, the county worked with local municipalities, county departments, and state emergency management officials to collect and submit documentation for eligible storm-related expenses that created hazardous travel conditions, heavy snowfall, and operational challenges for communities across the county. . The reimbursement request totals $343,888.51 and has now been submitted to Wisconsin Emergency Management for review. Final reimbursement decisions will be made by the state through the Wisconsin Disaster Fund process. Lincoln County Emergency Management Director Tyler Verhasselt says disaster recovery takes a "whole community approach," noting that coordination between local governments and state agencies helps communities recover financially while preparing for future emergencies. County officials say while emergency response often gets the spotlight during major storms, recovery efforts like reimbursement coordination are an important step in protecting taxpayers and strengthening long-term community resilience.

Published on 05/20/2026 under News As May marks High Blood Pressure Education Month, Aspirus Health is reminding people to know their numbers and be aware that small changes can make a big difference. Studies show millions of people are living with high blood pressure without realizing it because symptoms may not appear until serious health problems develop. According to Aspirus cardiologist Michael Zevitz, some people can feel completely normal even with dangerously high readings. Untreated hypertension can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and vascular disease. Risk factors include aging, diabetes, kidney disease, poor diet, lack of exercise, and excess alcohol use. Beyond medications, changes in lifestyle can help lower those numbers; this includes: regular physical activity, reducing sodium intake, managing stress and limiting alcohol consumption. Shedding a few pounds can also help. Zevitz says, "You don't have to lose a lot of weight to make a big difference in lowering your blood pressure," he said. Aspirus encourages people to talk with their health care provider about regular blood pressure screenings.

Published on 05/20/2026 under News Older adults in Merrill took steps toward staying steady on their feet Tuesday during the 2nd Annual "Improve Your Balance: Prevent Falls Resource Fair." The event, held at the Merrill Enrichment Center, brought together local health and community organizations in recognition of Older Americans Month and this year's theme, "Champion Your Health." Organizers say the fair helped raise awareness about the dangers of falls among older adults. According to the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, more than one in four older adults fall each year, and Wisconsin has the highest death rate from older adult falls in the nation. Attendees completed fall-risk screenings and visited booths offering information on balance exercises, home safety, vision care, medications, assistive devices, and other resources designed to help aging adults remain safe and independent. Additional screenings for hearing, bone density, strength, and balance were also available. The event was organized through a partnership between the ADRC of Central Wisconsin, Aspirus Health, the Lincoln County Health Department, and the Merrill Enrichment Center. Those who missed out on yesterday's event can reach out to any of these organizations for information and resources.

Published on 05/20/2026 under News The state continues to roll out new road construction projects in the region, the latest announcement for highway 45 in Oneida County. Governor Evers signed and announced a contract to improve Highway 45 between Highway 8 and 32. Crews will resurface the highway connecting Monico and Three Lakes, along with the replacement of 22 culverts, guardrail improvements, and install center-line rumble strips. During construction, US 45 will remain open to traffic as a single lane with flagging operations during construction hours. Both directions of travel will be restored at the end of each day. Work is scheduled to begin following the Memorial Day holiday, Tuesday of next week. They're aiming to complete the project by October.

Published on 05/19/2026 under Sports Gibeault, Calkins Fill Up Hatchet GNC Titles in Rhinelander At the Great Northern Conference Track & Field Meet at Mike Webster Stadium in Rhinelander Tuesday, the Hatchets had a total of six Great Northern Conference Champions. All of the Hatchet GNC Champs came from the girls. Elise Gibeault took the conference title in the 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, and 400 meter dash. Ellie Micke took the conference title in the High jump with a leap of 4'10". Siennah Calkins took the top spot in the Triple Jump with a leap of 33'8.75". The 4x100 meter relay squad of Calkins, Micke, Aliyah Nelson, and Alicia Voermans won the GNC title with a time of 52.54 seconds. Overall, the Hatchet girls placed second in the GNC Meet as a team, finishing behind only Rhinelander. The Hatchet boys placed sixth as a team in the Great Northern Conference meet. The top finisher in the meet was Beau Stromberg in the High Jump with a leap of 5'8". Tomahawk's final meet of the 2026 regular season is Thursday at the Dale Peterson Invite in Antigo. Events begin is at 4:00. Big Sixth Inning Propels Tomahawk Softball Over St. Croix Central The Hatchet Softball squad used a big sixth inning out in St. Croix to defeat the St. Croix Central Saints on the road Tuesday, 12-4. Tomahawk trailed 4-1 heading into the fifth before rolling off 11 straight runs, including seven in the sixth inning. Camryn Kraklow pitched a complete game and got the victory, allowing just one earned run on seven hits while striking out seven. Kraklow also went two for three on the day. However, it was the combo of Averi Petta and Aubrey Seubert that spearheaded the way for Tomahawk offensively. Petta went four for five with three runs scored. Catcher Aubrey Seubert had a carrer-high five hits on the day. She had four singles, a double, and three RBIs. Tomahawk also got an RBI double from Autumn Merrigan and an RBI Triple from Ella Peissig. Tomahawk's record improves to 11-11 on the season and 5-7 in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets added one last game to their schedule, which will be Thursday against Rib Lake. First pitch is at 5:00. Hatchet Baseball Shut Out and Shut Down to Stratford Tomahawk baseball was shut down by #6 in Division 3 Stratford at Tyler Kahle Memorial Field Tuesday night, losing, 2-0. The Hatchet bats mustered five hits on the day. However, Tomahawk was unable to take advantage of having six baserunners throughout the day. Jonah Dickens allowed just one run on one hit in three innings of work on the mound. Logan Norman pitched three shutout innings and allowed just three hits. Cash Olsen and Colin Black each finished with two singles on the day. The loss drops Tomahawk to 8-10 on the season and 6-7 in Great Northern Conference play. The final Great Northern Conference game of the Regular Season for Tomahawk is Thursday back at TK Field against Northland Pines. Alex Koch and Keith Hanse will be in the broadcast booth with the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Pregame Show at 4:35 and first pitch at 5:00 on Sports Talk 810 AM/97.7 FM WJJQ.

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